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My Alt Valentine: Four Things to Do for V-Day That Don’t Involve Love and Restaurant Reservations

Published 2/11/2019 by Rhonda Aghamalian

For those who don’t know about Galentine’s Day: The short version of the story is that a 2010 episode of the NBC comedy “Parks and Recreation” made popular the notion that Valentine’s Day shouldn’t just be for lovey-dovey couples, it should also be a time for ladies to celebrate their friendships with each other by doing…well, whatever they want! MORE ›

For Fun: Bad Dates, Great Stories

Published 2/10/2019 by Guest

No doubt about it, bad dates have been happening to good humans ever since the first prehistoric man showed up at his lady love’s cave without bringing a little saber-toothed something. Most of these unfortunate outings fall into one of two categories: The kind with good people but bad luck, and the kind where the person you’re on the date with is MORE ›

Happy Holidays from Arlington: 6 Ideas for Local Gift Shopping

Published 12/18/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian

While there’s no doubt that the rack of corporate gift cards at the grocery store checkout line makes for convenient gift buying, let’s face it—these gifts may be useful, but they’re not very exciting. Instead of yet another big box holiday, how about trying one of these ideas for gift shopping in Arlington that are sure to result in stocking MORE ›

Searching for Santa: 5 Places to Find The Big Man in Arlington

Published 12/11/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian

Santa Claus. St. Nick. Kris Kringle. Father Christmas. No matter which handle you prefer, there’s no denying he’s the rock star of the holiday season. If you’re in search of special moments, snapshots and selfies with the Big Man himself, here’s where you can find him in Arlington this year: Breakfast with Santa at Cliff Nelson Recreation Center MORE ›

Q&A: Ralph Sobel, Interlochen Resident and Lake Interlochen HOA President

Published 12/5/2018 by Nikki Stephens

The legendary Arlington neighborhood's light show is iconic. We got to talk to Lake Interlochen HOA President Ralph Sobel to hear about Interlochen’s ambitious beginnings and lasting tenure within Arlington and the state of Texas as definitive Christmas must-see. NS: Interlochen has been a part of the Spirit of Arlington tradition for many years. MORE ›

Why I’m Thankful for Arlington

Published 11/16/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian

Title: “Why I’m Thankful for Arlington” As someone who was born and raised in Arlington—and who has also lived and worked here during multiple eras of my adult life—I’ve racked up a sizeable list of favorite places and an even larger collection of memories, as you might imagine. The older I get, the more appreciative I am of both, so it seems MORE ›

Arlington, TX Restaurants Open for Business on Thanksgiving Day 2018

Published 11/16/2018 by Guest

Restaurants open on Thanksgiving, November 22, 2018 Restaurant Primary Phone Hours BoomerJack's Bar & Grill (817) 275-5400 10:30 am to 11 pm Boston's Restaurant & Sports Bar (817) 633-7773 10 am to 8 pm Buffalo Wings & Rings (682) 323-7099 11 am to 7 pm Chamas Do Brazil Brazilian Steakhouse (817) 375-0250 12 MORE ›

Get into the Spirit of Arlington with These Holiday Happenings

Published 11/7/2018 by Lisa Farrimond

November is here, and the holidays are upon us again…can you believe it? I admit that my Santa & reindeer spirit isn’t twinkly until after my jack-o-lantern is gone, the Halloween candy is consumed and my superhero costumes are snug in storage boxes again (no I don’t wear a cape year-round, although I wouldn’t mind….that would be way hipper than a MORE ›

From a Local: Spooky Halloween Happenings in Arlington

Published 10/9/2018 by Rhonda Aghamalian

I’m pretty much a fan of all holidays. Whether we’re talking Thanksgiving, the Fourth of July, Arbor Day, or National Cheeseburger Day, if it involves parties, gift-giving, good stuff to eat, or time off work, I’m all for it. But by far, my most favorite of all holidays is Halloween. I love everything about the season—black cats, candy corn, crazy MORE ›

Top Events in Arlington Summer, Fall & Winter 2018

Published 7/4/2018 by Lisa Farrimond

Summer is in full swing, and if you aren’t one of the 14 million visitors to Arlington each year, there is no time like the present! Between roller coasters, baseball games, arts festivals and live music, there is truly something for everyone. And don’t forget about all of Arlington’s “As Seen on TV” restaurants and dives ! Check out the top summer MORE ›